Managing people is difficult wherever you work. But in the tech
industry, where management is also a technical discipline, the learning
curve can be brutal--especially when there are few tools, texts, and
frameworks to help you. In this practical guide, author Camille Fournier
(tech lead turned CTO) takes you through each stage in the journey from
engineer to technical manager.
From mentoring interns to working with senior staff, you'll get
actionable advice for approaching various obstacles in your path. This
book is ideal whether you're a new manager, a mentor, or a more
experienced leader looking for fresh advice. Pick up this book and learn
how to become a better manager and leader in your organization.
- Begin by exploring what you expect from a manager
- Understand what it takes to be a good mentor, and a good tech lead
- Learn how to manage individual members while remaining focused on the
entire team
- Understand how to manage yourself and avoid common pitfalls that
challenge many leaders
- Manage multiple teams and learn how to manage managers
- Learn how to build and bootstrap a unifying culture in teams